• TRULY UNIQUE AND CHARACTERFUL PERIOD HOME +
• OCCUPYING A DISTINGUISHED POSITION ALONG ONE OF PORTSMOUTH'S MOST HISTORIC STREETS +
• HISTORIC CHARM WITH MODERN REFINEMENT +
• OUTSTANDING KITCHEN/DINING ROOM +
• WALLED COURTYARD GARDEN +
• GENEROUS BEDROOMS +
• THREE EN-SUITES +
• RICH IN HISTORY +

Occupying a distinguished position along one of Portsmouth's most historic streets, this property is a truly unique and characterful period home, understood to have once served as a brewery. The property sits moments from the birthplace of Charles Dickens - now preserved as the Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum - and is surrounded by an evocative streetscape of Georgian and Victorian buildings, partly cobbled roads and even the visible remnants of an tram line, all contributing to a remarkable sense of heritage and place. The principal section of the house dates from the Georgian era, with a sympathetic Victorian addition enhancing the accommodation. Today, the home offers an eclectic and highly individual interior, blending historic charm with thoughtful modern refinement. The sitting room is believed to occupy what was once the brewery's tap room - a wonderfully atmospheric space ideal for entertaining. A grand reception hall creates an immediate impression on entry, while a cosy snug provides a more intimate retreat, complete with bespoke built-in library shelving and a charming window seat overlooking a courtyard. The heart of the home is the outstanding kitchen/dining room: an impressive vaulted space with exposed beams and a striking sense of volume. The Fired Earth solid wood kitchen is beautifully appointed and complemented by a wood-burning stove, creating warmth and character. Bi-folding doors open seamlessly onto a tall, walled courtyard garden - private, sheltered and perfect for al fresco dining. A ground floor WC completes the main level. On the lower floor, a versatile fourth bedroom or study offers flexibility for home working or guest accommodation. The first floor hosts three generous double bedrooms, each enjoying the luxury of its own en-suite bath or shower room, providing comfort and privacy for family and guests alike. Rich in history, architectural interest and atmosphere, the property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive period home in one of Portsmouth's most historically significant settings.

RECEPTION HALL:
Coved ceiling, ceiling rose, sash window, fireplace, two radiator, stairs down to lower level and up to first floor, laminate flooring, wide opening to:

SITTING ROOM: Coved ceiling, two ceiling roses, three windows, high level window, recessed wood burning stove, two radiators, built in shelving, laminate flooring.